Wisconsin-Built Boat Gallery

Credit: Sue Pischke

Renowned throughout the Great Lakes and the world, Wisconsin boat builders have a tradition of craftsmanship that goes back 150 years. Walk through the Wisconsin-Built Boat Gallery, presented by the Manitowoc Company, for a close-up view of actual boats that helped build that tradition. The 44-foot luxury yacht Lady Isabel, built in 1907 by Burger Boat, and 33-foot Palmer-Johnson sailboat Skybird, built in 1947, highlight the collection that also features many examples of Wisconsin-built boats, outboard motors and hunting craft used for pleasure and sport throughout the Great Lakes region.

The Wisconsin Maritime Museum is currently in our Spring season. Please click here for more information on our daily hours and submarines tour times. Tours are available throughout the day as needed, and are offered seven days a week, weather permitting. Tour times vary by season. Allow three to four hours to fully explore both the Museum and tour USS Cobia. Group tours are available anytime with an advance reservation.